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Trip Summary
49 trains operate daily from Malmo to Karlsruhe. The train trip from Malmo to Karlsruhe is usually about 16 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 13 hours and 56 minutes.
| Distance | 496 mi (797 km) |
| Fastest train | 14h 0m |
| Lowest price | €225.59 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Malmo to Karlsruhe?
2 train services operate from Malmo to Karlsruhe. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 32 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 17 | 16h 31m | €225.59 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 32 | 15h 57m | €225.59 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Malmo to Karlsruhe start from €226, and on average cost . Daily there are 32 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Karlsruhe. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Malmo leaves from Malmö Hyllie station . And in Karlsruhe trains arrive at Grötzingen Oberausstraße and 5 other train stations.
From Malmo to Karlsruhe train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 15 hours and 57 minutes. If you are looking to get to Karlsruhe faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 14 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Malmo and Karlsruhe is approximately 496 miles, or 797 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 16 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 13 hours and 56 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Malmo to Karlsruhe on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Malmo at 15:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 49 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Karlsruhe to Malmo.
City Information
Malmo
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Originally a Danish city, Malmö is located in the far south of Sweden, in the Skane province. This seaside city guarantees something for everyone with a charming blend of Old-Town history and a modern cosmopolitan feel.
For a taste of the city's rich history, visit Malmohus Castle and experience Scandinavia's oldest surviving Renaissance castle. Once a place of grand balls, the castle is now home to several museums, including an art museum, the City Museum, and an aquarium and zoo.
If you're more interested in a shopping experience, take a walk down Sodergatan, the city's main shopping street, running from Stortogert to Gustav Adolf Torg. Along with its excellent shops and boutiques, enjoy great places for food and drink and experience traditional Swedish fika (coffee break).
Malmö has ample travel connections nationally as well as internationally. Fly to either Copenhagen Kastrup or the smaller Malmö Airport for travel by air. Long-distance trains from around Sweden, as well as international routes, stop at Malmö Centralstation. Nettbuss and FlixBus services also stop in the city, at the Norra Vallgatan.
Karlsruhe
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Karlsruhe is fondly referred to as the Fan-Shaped City. Even though it's at the northern edge of the Black Forest, Karlsruhe has some of the warmest weather in the country, so many visitors pick this city to experience a Mediterranean-inspired vacation in Germany. There are hundreds of fine museums, quirky galleries, and beautiful theatres in the area that are all worth checking out.
Karlsruhe is a hub for science and technology, but it has an artistic side, too. The ZKM is a unique art museum that displays contemporary video and audio installations in a former weapons factory. Hit up the Jakobus Theatre, Kammertheater Karlsruhe, or The Sandkorn Theatre for live music or theatrical performance.
Another can't-miss landmark is the Karlsruhe Palace, built in the 18th-century. Not only does the palace include stunning grounds and magnificent architecture, it also houses the Baden State Museum with exhibits about the region's history. Some of the best outdoor recreation sites are Badesee Epple, Rheinstrandbad Rappenwort, and Weingarten, offering blue waters for fishing, swimming, and sailing, respectively.
Karlsruhe is easy to reach from cities like Berlin, Munich, and Frankfurt on Deutsche Bahn trains. FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Union Ivkoni, and Cazmatrans provide bus service to the city as well. The Karlsruhe/Baden Airport is not too far away, so you can travel to this warm destination from nearly anywhere.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Malmo?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Malmö Hyllie station
Malmo Hyllie station is a railway station in Hyllie, in the southwest of the city. The station is architecturally unique, fronted by glass windows with a huge curved section in the entranceway. The station's regional trains and commuter trains stop here while traveling across Sweden, including Stockholm, Lund, and central Malmo. The station is next to the huge Emporia Shopping Mall, where you can find many shops, restaurants, and amenities. It is also next to Malmo arena, so it's convenient, although often busy when attending concerts and performances. Just outside is a Mcdonald's, as well as Best Western and Quality hotels.
All train stations in Malmo:
Malmö Hyllie station
Where is the train station in Karlsruhe?
Main arrival station: Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Grötzingen Oberausstraße is a local station in the city of Karlsruhe, Germany which is served by local S-Bahn routes to destinations such as Pforzheim, Karlsruhe, Söllingen, and Germersheim. The station doesn't have much by way of amenties, but luckily there's a bakery and both Lidl and Edeka grocery stores nearby.
Train stations in Karlsruhe:
Grötzingen Oberausstraße
Grötzingen
Karlsruhe-Knielingen
Grötzingen Krappmühlenweg
Maxau
Karlsruhe-Durlach
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